Academic Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment that significantly limits a major life activity including walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, working, breathing, learning, performing manual tasks, etc. Students who have a documented disability diagnosed by a qualified professional in the field may apply for academic accommodations through ASC in order to have equal access for educational opportunities at AUS. ASC reviews all appeals for academic accommodations and works with the student to write an academic accommodations contract. ASC then works with other departments on campus to ensure the timely application of approved academic accommodations.

Students should consult with an ASC advisor for details. The deadline to apply for academic accommodations is the fifth week of the semester.